Morphology

This subject is not offered in 2015.

Total of 170 hours.

LING20005 Phonetics

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LING20006 Syntax (or equivalent); familiarity with phonological rules (from LING10001 Secret Life of Language for example, or equivalent).

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Morphology is the study of word structure and word formation. We examine the nature of this area by looking at the diversity and uniformity found in the morphological systems of a wide variety of the world's languages. Theories of morphology are critically discussed and compared. We also consider the interface relationships between morphology and other areas of grammar, in particular syntax and phonology.

Students who complete this subject will:

• Confidently deploy discipline specific research and analysis in Morphology using primary and secondary sources and empirical data with a strong sense of research ethics and intellectual integrity
• Draw on and critically evaluate theoretical approaches to Morphology
• Position themselves within theoretical debates in Morphology
• Proficiently employ learning and research technologies as well as field-specific technologies
• Attain advanced abilities in written and verbal argumentation in Morphology
• Consolidate their understanding of social and cultural diversity in the university and wider community

• Problem set assignment 1 due throughout the semester [25%]
• Problem set assignment 2 due throughout the semester [25%]
• Take-home exam due at the end of the semester [50%]

This subject has the following hurdle requirements:

• Regular participation in tutorials is required with a minimum of 75% attendance.
• All pieces of written work must be submitted to pass this subject.

Assessment submitted late without an approved extension will be penalised at 10% per day and in-class tasks missed without approval will not be marked.

• Lieber, Rochelle. 2010. Intoducing Morphology. CUP.
• Downloadable readings.

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This subject potentially can be taken as a breadth subject component for the following courses:

• Bachelor of Biomedicine
• Bachelor of Commerce
• Bachelor of Environments
• Bachelor of Music
• Bachelor of Science
• Bachelor of Engineering

You should visit learn more about breadth subjects and read the breadth requirements for your degree, and should discuss your choice with your student adviser, before deciding on your subjects.

• develop skills in critical thinking and analysis.
• develop skills in thinking in theoretical terms.
• develop skill in communicating knowledge intelligibly and economically.
• develop skill in observation and attention to detail.